Integrated Circuit Topographies
Highlights
This program is a great opportunity for your business. By registering your Integrated Circuit Topographies (ICT), you gain exclusive legal rights. This means you can prevent others from copying your topography or manufacturing products that use it. This protection can give you a competitive edge in the market.
Why Apply?
- Exclusive Rights: Protect your designs from being copied.
- Market Advantage: Secure your innovations and maintain a unique position.
- Legal Security: Ensure your intellectual property is safeguarded.
What’s in it for You?
- Peace of Mind: Knowing your designs are legally protected.
- Business Growth: Use your protected designs to expand your market share.
- Easy Process: The registration process is straightforward, with resources and support available to guide you.
Registering your ICT is a smart move to secure your business’s future and protect your innovations.
Financing Details
Type of Financing: Grant
Repayment Terms:
- No repayment required. This is a non-repayable grant.
Eligible Expenses:
- Research and development costs.
- Equipment purchases directly related to the project.
- Salaries and wages for employees working on the project.
- Training and development programs for staff.
- Marketing and promotional activities to support the project.
Ineligible Expenses:
- General operational costs not directly related to the project.
- Debt repayment.
- Purchase of real estate.
- Entertainment expenses.
- Personal expenses.
Fees:
- No application fees.
- No processing fees.
Qualifications
- Must be a business operating in Canada.
Must be involved in the creation or manufacturing of integrated circuit topographies.
Disqualifications:
- Businesses not operating within Canada.
- Businesses not involved in integrated circuit topographies.
Description
This program offers your business a valuable opportunity to receive up to $1,000,000 in funding. You can use up to $500,000 of this amount to purchase equipment or improve your rented space. This includes items like:
- Commercial kitchen appliances
- Manufacturing machinery
- Computers and IT infrastructure
- Renovating a retail space
For other costs such as software or operational expenses, you can receive up to $150,000.
The federal government guarantees 85% of the loan, providing a significant security net for your business. This means you have a better chance of securing the funds you need.
Flexible repayment options are available. You can choose a variable interest rate, a fixed rate, or a combination of both. Additionally, you can apply significant purchases made in the last 365 days to this loan.
You have up to 15 years to repay the loan, regardless of what you spend it on. This extended payback period gives you the flexibility to manage your finances effectively.
Program Steps
Consult the Guide to Integrated Circuit Topographies: Before starting your application, review the Guide to Integrated Circuit Topographies. This guide will help you understand the registration process and requirements.
Contact the Client Service Centre: Reach out to the Client Service Centre to request a copy of the ICT application form. They can provide guidance and answer any questions you may have.
Prepare Required Documentation: Gather the necessary documents to complete your application. You will need:
- A completed ICT application form
- Detailed drawings or photographs of the integrated circuit topography
- A description of the topography, including its function and design
- Any additional supporting documents that demonstrate the originality and uniqueness of your topography
Complete the Application Form: Fill out the ICT application form with accurate and detailed information about your integrated circuit topography.
Submit the Application: Send your completed application form and all required documentation to the Canadian Intellectual Property Office. Ensure that all information is accurate and complete to avoid delays.
Pay the Required Fees: Submit the applicable fees for the registration process. Check the fee schedule provided by the Canadian Intellectual Property Office to ensure you include the correct amount.
Await Confirmation: After submitting your application, wait for confirmation from the Canadian Intellectual Property Office. They will review your application and inform you of the registration status.
Maintain Your Registration: Once your ICT is registered, keep your registration up to date. This may include renewing your registration periodically and updating any changes to your topography.